Written and narrated by John R. Hale
In her greatest days Venice was one of the powers of Europe. From her reedy islands huddling in the lagoon she extended her empire right across the Mediterranean. She brought to Europe great wealth and uncountable treasure. But at the heart of this rich and gorgeous city lay an exceptional genius for tranquillity - an achievement she was never to pass on. JOHN HALE sets out to tell the story of the rise of this unique Republic whose citizens called her ' La Serenissima. '
Producer KENNETH SHEPHEARD